I thought about lying and saying that this story was inspired by last week's Hocus Pocus 2 news—and thus timely—but the truth is that I already had pitched it beforehand. Yes, I'm that weirdo thinking about Hocus Pocus in the middle of May, five months away from Halloween. Why? Because Thackery Binx's oh so perfect billowy white blouse is my ultimate summer essential.
And I'm not alone in this thinking, as I found tons of stylish influencers and fashion editors wearing different versions of loose, breezy white tops. There are also countless options to choose from on the market right now, but I did all the hard work for you and narrowed it down to the cream of the crop. Scroll down to shop the best white tops for summer.
The most beautiful sleeves.
A dead ringer for Thackery Binx's shirt.
I predict this will sell out at Nordstrom in no time.
I adore tie-neck detail.
A classic interpretation.
This is an Aussie brand to commit to memory.
I love this pretty blue embroidery.
A button-down shirt with a twist.
Vacation mode activated.
Don't overlook the lace details on the sleeves.
This top has everything: a ruched neckline, embroidered sleeves, and a breezy silhouette.
I own this Staud top and can confirm it's excellent.
The perfect top to wear on a hot summer day.
These ruffles are so charming.
I simply love everything about this top from Mango.
Don't worry about tucking in this blouse—it looks great untucked.
The kind of top you'll wear for years to come.
You can never go wrong with Free People if you want a beachy aesthetic.
This blouse is reversible, and the back has a beautiful tie detail.
Linen is a great choice to keep you cool because it's so breathable.
This is a no-brainer, honestly. It's so cute and will go with everything.
Calling all crop-top lovers.
H&M always comes through for me with great prices.
I'm obsessed with this eyelet detailing.
This looks way more expensive than $35.
Off-the-shoulder silhouettes will never get old.
Wear your top with white jeans for a monochrome look.
This strikes the perfect balance between polished and relaxed.
These statement sleeves are so cute.
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